2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Bentley | Jeep |
| Model | Azure | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2464 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2580 mm |
